Summer Solstice Beach Ceremony – St Leonards

The Summer Solstice Beach Ceremony is an early-morning gathering on the seafront at St Leonards-on-Sea, near Hastings in East Sussex. It marks the longest day of the year with a ceremony held outdoors on the shore, and it suits anyone drawn to seasonal ritual, beach ceremonies and the Wheel of the Year, particularly those who like to begin the day with the sun.

The ceremony is led by a Kundalini Goddess ceremony facilitator based in St Leonards and Hastings, who also holds regular full moon, new moon and equinox ceremonies in the area.

What to Expect

The ceremony runs from 7:00 am to 8:30 am, a morning hour of about ninety minutes. It is described as a sacred and joyous celebration of the height of the sun's power, so the tone is closer to a gathering in praise of light and warmth than to a quiet, inward sitting.

The same facilitator's other beach ceremonies, held at this same spot, are Kundalini Goddess ceremonies built around a shared intention: releasing fear and self-doubt, healing from the past, and stepping into personal strength. Expect the solstice gathering to sit within that tradition, with the turning of the season as its focus. Kundalini work typically draws on breath, movement, sound and meditation, though the details of this particular morning are best left to unfold on the day.

The Place

The ceremony takes place on the shore at 62 Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 0BE. This is the seafront stretch of St Leonards, just along the coast from Hastings. Being outdoors, the experience depends on the sea, the sky and the weather, which is part of the appeal of marking a solstice on the beach rather than in a room.

The organizer also holds indoor events at the Goddess Temple on Regent Place in St Leonards, including weekly Kundalini classes and seasonal ceremonies. Those who enjoy the beach gathering may find them a natural next step.

Before You Go

Because the ceremony is on an open beach early in the day, it makes sense to dress for the coast and the hour, even in midsummer, and to think about what you would like to sit or stand on. No prior experience of Kundalini yoga or ceremony is stated as a requirement, and the invitation is open to anyone who wants to greet the solstice in community by the sea.